Three Defendants Sentenced in 2023 Fatal Beating Case

Three individuals charged in connection with a 2023 fatal beating case have accepted plea agreements and were sentenced last week.

Kyle McGinnis received a sentence of 40 years, with a minimum of 25 years to be served before becoming eligible for parole. McGinnis pled guilty to voluntary manslaughter, burglary, and use of a deadly weapon in the commission of a felony.

Richard Laine received a sentence of 32.5 years with a minimum of six years to be served before becoming eligible for parole. Laine pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit robbery.

Tommy Vallotton received a sentence of 45 years with a minimum of ten years to be served before becoming eligible for parole. Vallotton pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit robbery.

The successful resolution of this case reflects the commitment of law enforcement and the justice system to ensuring accountability and protecting the community.

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History: The three men were indicted by a grand jury for the August 1, 2023 death of 44-year-old Jeremy Jones on College Avenue after beating and repeatedly pistol-whipping him.